A Visionary Leader Bridging Cultures
- Championing African identity
- Empowering the diaspora
- Connecting with the Motherland.
the transformative journey
Discover the transformative journey of Diallo Sumbry, an award-winning cultural ambassador, entrepreneur, and Ghana’s first African American Tourism Ambassador, now enstooled as Nkosuohene (Chief of Development) of Nyame Bekyere.
Nana Kwabena Duku I aka Nana One, globally known as Diallo Sumbry, is the President and CEO of The Adinkra Group and Nkosuohene (Chief of Development) for Nyame Bekyere, a small rural community in the Akuapem Traditional area of the Eastern Region of Ghana. Diallo is a trailblazer in heritage tourism, cultural diplomacy and sustainable development.
As the founder of The Adinkra Group, Diallo is the co-architect of Ghana’s Year of Return, 2019 and has pioneered initiatives connecting the African diaspora to the continent through cultural immersion, tourism, and education. His work as a cultural ambassador for Ghana has garnered international recognition, strengthening ties between Africa and its global descendants.
Diaspora Engagement
He has facilitated thousands of African Americans’ return to Ghana through impactful programs, including The Year of Return and Beyond the Return campaigns.
Cultural Leadership
Diallo’s enstoolment as Nkosuohene (Chief of Development) for Nyame Bekyere, underscores his dedication to community empowerment and development.
Entrepreneurship and growth
As a creative entrepreneur, Diallo has developed platforms like The Adinkra Group to amplify African culture worldwide.
Key Projects
Good architecture begins with good communication.
Development of the Nyame Bekyere Community in Akuapem North of the Eastern Region in Ghana beginning with the Community Center as model for sustainable development
Leading the diaspora in bridge building through major heritage tourism initiatives like Ghana’s Year of Return and hosting global leaders, organizations & icons, including the NAACP, Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Incorporated and many more.
Promoting sustainable diaspora engagement policies, initiatives and investment models for all 54 African countries like the Triangle Offense Policy
